as in volatile
frequently influenced by moods and especially bad moods
teenagers are often both moody and changeable
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of moody
But despite such heady material, the book itself is pleasurably earthbound and uncomplicated, shifting from one character in his Norwegian ensemble to the next with charm and intelligence, blending the wonder of science fiction with the moody intensity of a murder mystery.
—
Mark Athitakis, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Maximalist Sage Green Living Room A dark and moody shade of sage green is a fitting backdrop for this maximalist living room.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
This hue captures a dark, moody essence that beautifully balances deep blues and subtle grays, reminiscent of twilight skies.
—Francois Botha, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Instead of turning toward catchier choruses, Cain subverts expectations entirely with her atmosphere and moody new album, Perverts.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 10 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for moody 
Mark Athitakis, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Maximalist Sage Green Living Room A dark and moody shade of sage green is a fitting backdrop for this maximalist living room.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
This hue captures a dark, moody essence that beautifully balances deep blues and subtle grays, reminiscent of twilight skies.
—Francois Botha, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Instead of turning toward catchier choruses, Cain subverts expectations entirely with her atmosphere and moody new album, Perverts.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 10 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for moody
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moody
Adjective
-
But, looking at a slightly longer period, the increase in MMM stock over the last four-year period has been far from consistent, with annual returns being more volatile than the S&P 500.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
-
Stocks will likely be volatile as more details on potential tariffs are released.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
New York Jets League perception: This is seen as the toughest job because of an impulsive owner (Woody Johnson) and an unforgiving, relentless media market.—
Mike Sando,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
-
Like humans, dogs who have been neglected or who have had some other major disruptive change to their environment can show impulsive aggression.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
But then he got trapped when the canyon became steep and unstable, park officials said.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacramento Bee,
20 Jan. 2025
-
Park rangers at Death Valley National Park in California rescued a man who got stranded in a steep and unstable gully, the National Park Service said Sunday.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.—
Jordan Kisner Jack Davison,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2022
-
Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Jan. 2023
Adjective
-
Coupled with erratic blood sugar levels – often caused by diets high in refined sugars and low in nutrients – these energy dips and spikes can leave you feeling irritable and drained.—
Lina Begdache,
The Conversation,
7 Jan. 2025
-
This can contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle aches, and irritable mood.—
Rosanna Sutherby, PharmD,
Verywell Health,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
But the current results do show that a species that came of age exploring its own planet may well have the temperamental and neurological wherewithal to go much farther—for much longer.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
TIME,
29 Dec. 2024
-
Mars retrograde in Leo, starting December 6, adds fiery energy to the mix, sparking both inspiration and temperamental tendencies.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
refinery29.com,
28 Nov. 2024
Articles Related to moody
Thesaurus Entries Near moody
Cite this Entry
“Moody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moody. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share